The Glyph SecureDrive+ 8TB USB 3.2 Gen 1 Encrypted Portable SSD with Keypad (SDPLSSD8000KP) is a bus-powered 8TB solid state drive that locks its data behind a PIN you type on the drive itself, with no software or driver needed.
Data is protected by real-time XTS-AES 256-bit full-disk hardware encryption, and the module is validated to FIPS 140-2 Level 3. The drive connects over USB 3.2 Gen 1 through a Type-microB port, with cables for USB-C and USB-A hosts in the box, and reaches up to 360 MB/s.
Because the PIN is entered on the drive's 10+1 keypad, the same drive works on macOS, Windows, Linux, Chrome, thin clients, embedded systems, VMware, and Citrix. That makes it a practical way to carry footage, project archives, or sensitive client files between locations.
Glyph SecureDrive+ SDPLSSD8000KP Features
- On-drive 10+1 keypad. You unlock the drive by typing a PIN on its own keypad before or after plugging it in, so the code never passes through the host computer. This also means the drive works on machines where you cannot install software.
- XTS-AES 256-bit hardware encryption. Every byte is encrypted in real time by the drive's own hardware, with no encryption software to install or manage. Data on the drive is unreadable without the PIN, which protects footage and files if the drive is lost or taken.
- FIPS 140-2 Level 3 validation. The security module is validated to FIPS 140-2 Level 3, which helps when a client, studio, or agency requires validated encryption for the media they hand you. Confirm your own compliance requirements with your security team before relying on it.
- Brute-force protection. After 10 consecutive incorrect PIN entries, the drive erases all of its data. That stops anyone from guessing codes at the keypad, but it also means you should store the PIN safely, because a lockout from repeated mistakes cannot be reversed.
- Admin and User roles. Set one Admin code and one User code, so a producer or IT lead can keep control of the drive while an editor or courier works with a separate PIN. A read-only mode also lets you hand over footage without risk of changes.
- Tamper-resistant epoxy build. The drive's internal components are sealed in an epoxy compound to block physical access, and the drive is immune to BadUSB attacks because firmware updates are not allowed. Rugged shell protection is also included in the box.
- Inactivity auto-lock. You can set the drive to lock itself after a preset idle time from 1 to 60 minutes. This protects data when an operator walks away from an edit bay or ingest station with the drive still connected.
- 8TB SSD at up to 360 MB/s. The USB 3.2 Gen 1 interface delivers up to 360 MB/s, enough to move large camera files and project folders in practical time. It is bus-powered, so there is no separate power adapter, and the drive ships formatted ExFAT.
- Cross-platform without drivers. The drive works with macOS, Windows, Linux, Chrome, thin clients, embedded systems, VMware, and Citrix with no software drivers. It is also compatible with USB 3.0, USB 2.0, and Thunderbolt 3 ports, though speed on older ports is lower.
Where the SDPLSSD8000KP Fits
Film and video production: Carry camera originals, dailies, and client deliverables between set, post house, and studio with encryption that travels with the drive.
Corporate and government work: Move confidential files between offices or to a secure room using a drive validated to FIPS 140-2 Level 3 and unlocked without installing software.
Houses of worship and education: Keep financial records, student data, or archived recordings on one portable drive that only the people with the PIN can open.
Live events and broadcast: Hand off show files and recordings to a client or a courier using the User code while the Admin code stays with you.
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Glyph SecureDrive+ SDPLSSD8000KP Specifications
- Model: SDPLSSD8000KP
- Product type: Encrypted portable SSD with keypad
- Capacity: 8TB (SSD)
- Interface: USB 3.2 Gen 1, Type-microB port
- Backward compatibility: USB 3.0, USB 2.0, Thunderbolt 3
- Transfer speed: Up to 360 MB/s
- Encryption: Real-time XTS-AES 256-bit full-disk hardware encryption
- Validation: FIPS 140-2 Level 3
- Authentication: 10+1 keypad, 1 Admin and 1 User code
- Brute-force defense: All data erased after 10 consecutive incorrect PIN entries
- Auto-lock: Preset inactivity times from 1 to 60 minutes
- Read-only mode: Yes
- Tamper protection: Epoxy compound over internal components; BadUSB immune
- Power: USB bus-powered
- File system: ExFAT out of the box
- Operating systems: macOS, Windows, Linux, Chrome, thin clients, embedded systems, VMware, Citrix
- Regulatory: RoHS, FCC, CE
- UPC: 691450004122
- Weight: 1.8 lb (816 g)
What's in the Box
- 1 x Glyph SecureDrive+ SDPLSSD8000KP 8TB Keypad SSD
- 1 x USB-MicroB to USB-C cable
- 1 x USB-MicroB to USB-A cable
- 1 x Rugged carry case
- 1 x Rugged removable sleeve
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SecureDrive+ Keypad User Guide (PDF)
Need help with setup? Call 833-WOLFPACK (833-965-3722).
Why not buy this Glyph SecureDrive+ 8TB Keypad SSD today?
Does the SDPLSSD8000KP need software or drivers?
No. The SDPLSSD8000KP is unlocked with its own keypad and needs no software or drivers, so it works on macOS, Windows, Linux, Chrome, thin clients, embedded systems, VMware, and Citrix.
What encryption does the Glyph SecureDrive+ 8TB use?
Yes, it is always encrypted. It uses real-time XTS-AES 256-bit full-disk hardware encryption, and the security module is validated to FIPS 140-2 Level 3.
What happens if I enter the wrong PIN?
The drive erases all of its data after 10 consecutive incorrect PIN entries. This protects against guessing, so keep a record of your PIN in a safe place.
How fast is the SDPLSSD8000KP?
It transfers data at up to 360 MB/s over USB 3.2 Gen 1. Real speeds depend on your computer's port, cable, and the files being copied.
Is the SDPLSSD8000KP bus-powered?
Yes. It draws power from the USB connection, so it does not need a separate power adapter.
Can I use it with a USB-C or Thunderbolt 3 computer?
Yes. The drive has a Type-microB port, and the box includes USB-MicroB to USB-C and USB-MicroB to USB-A cables. It is also compatible with Thunderbolt 3 ports.
Can I set different codes for different people?
Yes. You can set one Admin code and one User code, and the drive also offers a read-only mode and an inactivity auto-lock from 1 to 60 minutes.
What is included with the Glyph SecureDrive+ 8TB Keypad SSD?
You get the drive, a USB-MicroB to USB-C cable, a USB-MicroB to USB-A cable, a rugged carry case, and a rugged removable sleeve.
Is this the Bluetooth version of the SecureDrive+?
No. The SDPLSSD8000KP is the keypad model, which is unlocked by typing a PIN on the drive. Glyph sells a separate SecureDrive+ model that uses Bluetooth.
What warranty does the SDPLSSD8000KP carry?
Yes, it is covered. Glyph provides a 3-year full hardware warranty plus 1-year advance replacement. Call 833-WOLFPACK (833-965-3722) with any questions.
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HDTV Supply supplies encrypted portable storage for production companies, broadcasters, houses of worship, schools, corporate AV teams, and government facilities.
The SDPLSSD8000KP connects over USB 3.2 Gen 1 and is compatible with USB 3.0, USB 2.0, and Thunderbolt 3 ports. It works with macOS, Windows, Linux, Chrome, thin clients, embedded systems, VMware, and Citrix without drivers.
Why not buy this Glyph SecureDrive+ 8TB Keypad SSD today?
This Glyph SecureDrive+ 8TB Keypad SSD includes a 3-year manufacturer warranty. Questions? Call 833-WOLFPACK (833-965-3722).
